1981 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Scimitar | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Reliant | Simca |
| Model | Scimitar | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
